1949 Austin A 40 vs. 2006 Chrysler Voyager
To start off, 2006 Chrysler Voyager is newer by 57 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 2,776 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Chrysler Voyager is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chrysler Voyager (148 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 1949 Austin A 40. (38 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chrysler Voyager should accelerate faster than 1949 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chrysler Voyager weights approximately 1070 kg more than 1949 Austin A 40. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1949 Austin A 40 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1949 Austin A 40. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Chrysler Voyager, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2006 Chrysler Voyager (361 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 281 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Austin A 40. (80 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2006 Chrysler Voyager will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1949 Austin A 40 | 2006 Chrysler Voyager | |
| Make | Austin | Chrysler |
| Model | A 40 | Voyager |
| Year Released | 1949 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1198 cc | 2776 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 80 Nm | 361 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65.5 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 100 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 2040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 75 L |
